New Business Resources

A strong business community is vital to the health of our city. To help familiarize business prospects with the people and organizations that can help them get established a New Business Guide has been created. It provides contact information for City departments, utility providers, business assistance programs and other valuable resources. Copies are available online or via City departments, the Marion Chamber and MEDCO.

From securing funds to finding a location, these groups are here to help your business dreams become a reality. The following pages identify the offices and organizations that specialize in business assistance. The types of assistance can range from counseling and financing to job training, networking and referrals.

LOCAL RESOURCES

City of Marion
Marion is a progressive city that provides high quality services which promote an active, safe, and healthy environment, which enables the community to realize the best standard of living possible through cost-effective governance.

Marion Economic Development Co. (MEDCO)
Mission: To coordinate economic development activities by working to retain and expand the existing business base while encouraging new industrial and commercial endeavors that benefit Marion.

Uptown Marion
Mission: To drive continued revitalization, growth and preservation of the historic character of our district through appropriate design, promotion and economic strategies with a community focus.

STATE RESOURCES

Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA)
The Iowa Economic Development Authority provides a wide array of business assistance. Assistance includes employee training, creation of high quality jobs, EB-5 Iowa Regional Center, regulatory and compliance assistance, and international business assistance.